BATHURST
BATHURST Property Overview
Local Schools (3)
Public (1)
Denison College of Secondary Education, Bathurst High Campus
DetailsCatholic (1)
MacKillop College
DetailsIndependent (1)
St Stanislaus' College
DetailsNeighbouring Suburbs
No neighbouring suburb data available
About BATHURST
Bathurst is located in Regional NSW. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 7,001 with a density of 1189 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $700,000, below Sydney average; unit median $450,000, below Sydney average.
Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Denison College of Secondary Education, Bathurst High Campus has 13 Distinguished Achievers; Catholic school MacKillop College Bathurst has 9; independent school St Stanislaus' College has 26.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 29053 per 100,000, 4.38x the NSW average, a high crime area.
Demographics: English comprises 40.12%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (35.31%) and Irish (16.17%).
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Bathurst has a house median of $700,000 and unit median of $450,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Bathurst has a crime rate of 29053 per 100,000, which is 4.38x the NSW average (6635). High crime area, particular attention to safety required.
Government schools: Denison College of Secondary Education, Bathurst High Campus, 2024 HSC results: 13 Distinguished Achievers, 1 Top Achievers. Catholic schools: MacKillop College Bathurst, 2024 HSC results: 9 Distinguished Achievers. Independent schools: St Stanislaus' College, 2024 HSC results: 26 Distinguished Achievers.
According to ABS 2021 Census, Bathurst has a population of 7,001, with Chinese comprising 1.40%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (40.12%), Aust (35.31%), Irish (16.17%), Scottish (11.04%), Aust_Abor (5.30%).
Bathurst is approximately 200.4km from Sydney CBD, about 167 minutes by car or 265 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.